Heart of the West [Annotated] by O. Henry

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Author Henry, O., 1862-1910
Annotator Loewenstein, Joseph E.
Title Heart of the West [Annotated]
Note Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Hearts and Crosses -- The Ransom of Mack -- Telemachus, Friend -- The Handbook of Hymen -- The Pimienta Pancakes -- Seats of the Haughty -- Hygeia at the Solito -- An Afternoon Miracle -- The Higher Abdication -- Cupid a la Carte -- The Caballero's Way -- The Sphinx Apple -- The Missing Chord -- A Call Loan -- The Princess and the Puma -- The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson -- Christmas by Injunction -- A Chaparral Prince -- The Reformation of Calliope.
Credits John Bickers, Dagny and Joseph E. Loewenstein, M.D.
Summary "Heart of the West [Annotated]" by O. Henry is a collection of short stories set in the American West, crafted in the late 19th century. This work captures the essence and charm of Western life, vividly portraying the ruggedness and romanticism of the frontier. The stories are rich in humor and human emotion, often focusing on the interactions and dynamics between characters such as cowboys and ranch owners, illuminating themes of love, identity, and societal roles. The opening portion of the collection introduces two central characters, Baldy Woods and Webb Yeager, as they engage in a conversation over drinks in a railroad settlement. The dialogue reveals Webb's feelings of inadequacy in his marriage to Santa McAllister, the wealthy cattle queen, and Baldy's advice for him to assert his authority as a man—a 'king'—rather than a 'prince-consort.' Through their banter, the story highlights Webb's struggles with his self-identity and his role within a marriage where his wife is the one handling business matters. As the narrative unfolds, key themes of masculinity, romantic aspiration, and the complexities of relationships emerge, setting the stage for the unfolding tales of the West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories, American
Subject American fiction -- 20th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 13094
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 25, 2021
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